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Jean-Baptiste, called Auguste Clésinger French, 1814-1883
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Baptiste, called Auguste Clésinger
- Printemps
- signed J. CLESINGER and CH.DE MARNYHAC. Fondeur, 1. RUE DE LA PAIX and with the bronze artistique de Paris seal
- bronze, light brown patina
- height 26 3/4 in.
- 68 cm
Literature
June Hargrove, The Life and Work of Albert Carrier-Belleuse, New York and London, 1977, pl. 72, the model illustrated
Pierre Kjellberg, Bronzes of the 19th Century: Dictionary of Sculptors, London, 1994, pp. 215-9
Pierre Kjellberg, Bronzes of the 19th Century: Dictionary of Sculptors, London, 1994, pp. 215-9
Condition
Overall in good original condition with the usual wear to the patina in places especially to high reliefs of the composition and such consistent with handling, touching, and cleaning. Light scratches consistent with age. Marks to left cheek and right shoulder. Points of oxidization to the folds in the drapery.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The present bust of Printemps was first exhibited at the Paris Salon in 1857.
Jean-Baptiste Clésinger first emerged as an independent sculptor at the Paris Salon of 1847. While in Rome from 1852 to 1864, and then in Paris until his death, Clésinger exhibited a series of mythological, historical and allegorical busts at the yearly Paris Salon. The following are few examples: Printemps, Automne, Sapho and Dame d'Albane (1857); Charlotte Corday, Jeune Femme Romaine and Tête de Christ (1858); Hélène, Paris and Bacchante (1860).